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Aged deep within the humid caves of Yunnan Province, this Golden Pu-erh has undergone five years of careful fermentation and transformation. Unlike its younger counterparts, which can carry a sharper, more elemental profile, this matured pu-erh reveals a remarkably mellow, earthy smoothness. As with fine wine, age softens its character, drawing out warm, grounding notes that have earned this tea a devoted following—especially among those discovering pu-erh for the first time.
This tea is crafted from the Yunnan Dayeh varietal, a broad-leaf tea tree believed to be a descendant of pre-glacial lineages. Its historical roots stretch back to the 13th century, when the armies of Kublai Khan are said to have carried pu-erh across China for its reputed medicinal benefits. Long favored as a digestive aid, it’s also been the subject of numerous health studies—some suggesting it may help lower cholesterol and support metabolic health. Though findings vary, what remains consistent is pu-erh’s reputation as a deeply restorative tea, long celebrated in Chinese medicine and teahouse tradition.
The processing of pu-erh is as unique as its flavor: leaves are withered under the sun, steamed, then compressed into dense cakes. During aging, the tea develops its signature musty, forest-floor character—an acquired taste that deepens over time. Our Golden Pu-erh has been carefully broken from its original cake form for easy brewing, offering an infusion that is earthy, smooth, and evocative of time itself. Whether sipped slowly or blended with chrysanthemum in the Cantonese tradition, this tea invites a moment of quiet introspection with every cup.
